Job Opportunities

Long-Term Substitute Teacher | 4th Grade

Education | Evangelical Presbyterian Church

Central Christian School
700 S. Hanley Rd.
St Louis, MO 63105
https://www.centralschoolstl.org/careers

 

Temporary

Posted: Dec 4, 2025

Application Deadline: Feb 28, 2026

Description


Central Christian School is seeking an educator to teach 4th Grade during a six-week planned absence from April through May 2026 while the teacher is on maternity leave. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a Christian school as a member of a talented and dedicated staff.


All candidates should have a demonstrable Christian commitment and an educational philosophy that is consistent with Central Christian School's vision and mission. This individual will be responsible for the educational experience of students including the implementation of a developmentally appropriate curriculum and program that promotes the spiritual, cognitive, and social-emotional development of students. For more details about this position, access this document.


To apply, please send your resume to our Head of School, Mrs. Christan Perona, and complete a Faculty Application. We're excited to meet you!

Salary: Hourly

Requirements


Qualifications:

  • A profession of faith in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior
  • Personally affirm Central’s Statement of Faith
  • A member of a local, Bible-teaching Christian church
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Education, preferred


The ideal candidate will have…

  • Ability to support Central’s vision, mission, and curricular touchstones by relating the Christian faith to learning and life
  • Ability to connect with children 
  • Good oral and written communication skills
  • Eagerness to serve in a Christian learning environment
  • Willingness to work as part of a collaborative team
  • The ability to deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate an active learning environment
  • Openness to differentiating instruction to meet the diverse needs of learners
  • Eagerness to foster a classroom community where students feel welcome, safe, welcome, and respected 


How to Apply


Founded in 1957 by members of Central Presbyterian Church, Central Christian School educates children ages 3 through 6th Grade. Our mission is to partner with families to prepare children to engage the world by instilling a passion for God, love of truth, and zeal to serve. Our vision is to be a Gospel-driven, academically excellent learning community for each unique image-bearer of God. Uniquely located on an urban campus south of the Clayton business district, Central draws Christian families from 40 zip codes across the St. Louis metropolitan area and 60 different church congregations. Our student body is beautifully diverse in race, culture, learning style and ability, and socio-economic status.

Primary Contact: Christan Perona

Email: cperona@centralschoolstl.org

Phone: 3147274535

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